Dr. Danesh is an academic dermatologist and is on staff at several hospitals and academic centers. He is dedicated to providing the highest level of care to his patients, and is known for his ability to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancer.

Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Danesh is also actively involved in academic research, and has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals on topics related to dermatology, outlined in the sections below. He is also conducting several clinical trials on innovative treatments for various dermatological conditions.

Dr. Danesh is deeply committed to helping his patients understand the context of their skin conditions and the underlying root causes. He understands that treating the symptoms alone is not enough, and he works closely with each patient to identify and address the underlying causes of their skin problems. By taking this holistic approach, Dr. Danesh is able to provide more effective and longer-lasting results for his patients.

He is known for his patient-centered approach and spends time educating his patients on the causes and triggers of their conditions, and the best way to prevent them. He also encourages patients to maintain healthy lifestyle habits to optimize the health of their skin. He believes that empowering patients with knowledge about their condition, prevention, and the treatment options, is crucial for the best outcome.

Dr. Danesh is committed to providing his patients with the most advanced and effective treatments available, and his dedication to the field of dermatology has earned him the necessary experience to treat a range of conditions and to provide natural-looking cosmetic results. He is passionate about helping his patients achieve healthy, beautiful skin and enjoys the personal touch and relationship with his patients.

Scroll to browse some of Dr. Danesh’s Publications and clinical affiliations.

PUBLICATIONS:

Pavlidakey, G.P., Hashimoto, K. Heller, G.L., Daneshvar, S.A. (Sid Danesh) Chlorpromazine Induced Lupus-Like Disease: Case Report and Review of Literature J. Amer. Acad. Dermatol. 13:109-1150, 1985

Daneshvar, S.A. (Sid Danesh), Hashimoto, L. An Unusual Presentation of Tinea Versicolor in An Immunosuppressed patient. J. Amer. Acad. Dermatol. 17:304, 1987

Stoll, S., Shalita, A.R., Webster, G.F., Kaplan, R., Danesh, S.A.,  Penstein, A. The Effect of the Menstrual Cycle on Acne.  J. Amer.Acad. Dermatol. 45:957-960, 2001 - link (download)

Hisler, B., Daneshvar, S. (Sid Danesh)., Aronson, P., Hashimoto.  K. Peripheral Edema and Oral Acyclovir. J. Amer. Acad. Dermatol. 18:1142-1143, 1988

Zheng, Zijian, Danesh, Sid. (2017). Erythema ab igne in patients with dementia: Implications for caregivers. International Journal of Case Reports and Images (IJCRI). January 2017; Vol 8 No 1: 70-72 - link

Kou, L., Zhong, L., & Danesh, S. (2020). Primary Cutaneous Mucinous Carcinoma of the Nasal Bridge. SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine, 4(6), 599–602. https://doi.org/10.25251/skin.4.6.19 - link (download)

GRANT SUPPORT:

Daneshvar, S.A. (Sid Danesh) Topical Minoxidil in treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia, Sponsored by the Upjohn Co. July 1983-June 1988

Daneshvar, S.A. (Sid Danesh) Topical Diazoxide in Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia, Sponsored by Schering Corp. July 1985-1990

Daneshvar, S.A. (Sid Danesh) Application of Cavitron Ultra-Sonic Aspirator (CUSA) for the treatment of Cutaneous Lesions. Sponsored by Valleylab September 1989-1990

PRESENTATIONS:

1. Daneshvar, S.A. (Sid Danesh)  SLE-Like Syndrome with Clq Deficiency (case presentation). American Academy of Dermatology Meeting, Washington, D.C., December 1986

2. Daneshvar, S.A. (Sid Danesh)  Minoxidil in treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia (Poster Presentation).  American Academy of Dermatology Meeting, New Orleans, Louisiana, December 1986

3. Hashimoto, E., I to K., Daneshvar, S.A., Madjar, D.D. The Role of Ki67 Antigen in Diagnosis of Skin Tumors.  American Society of Dermatopathology Meeting, San Antonio, Texas, December 1987

4. Daneshvar, S.A. (Sid Danesh)  Diazoxide in Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia, Michigan Dermatological Society Meeting, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, November 1987

5. Daneshvar, S.A. (Sid Danesh)  Investigational drugs in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia.  American Hair Loss Council Annual Symposium, Chicago, Illinois, April 1988

6. Daneshvar, S.A. (Sid Danesh) Coincidence of Cutaneous T-Cell Syphoma With Chronic Lympocytic Leukemia, Michigan Dermatologist Society Meeting, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, November 2, 1998

7. Daneshvar, S.A. (Sid Danesh), Hashimoto, K. Topical Diazoxide in the Treatment of Androgenetic (Poster Presentation).  American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting, Washington, D.C., December 1988

8. Daneshvar, S.A. (Sid Danesh), Hashimoto, K. Implantation of Basal Cell Carcinoma at the Donor site of Full Thickness Skin Graft.  American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting, Washington, D. C., December 1988

9. Sussman, K., Daneshvar, S.A(Sid Danesh)., Hashimoto, K., Savoy, L.B. Sunblocking Effect of Malassezia Furfur.  American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting, Washington D.C. December 1988

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR:

Novartis Research and Development QGE031/Ligelizumab for Chronic Urticaria Clinical Trial Protocol CQGE031C2302: 2019-present

Abbott/AbbVie ESPRIT P10-023 study Humira for the treatment of Psoriasis: 2008-present

Amgen Study Protocol 20040210 (OBSERVE-5) Enbrel for treatment of Psoriasis: 2007-2012

FACULTY APPOINTMENTS:

Department of Dermatology, Wayne State University School of  Medicine, Detroit, Michigan, Instructor: January 1986-August 1988

Department of Dermatology, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan, Instructor: August 1988-Nov 1991

Coordinator, Senior Medical Student Dermatology Elective: July 1987-January 1991

Clinical Assistant Professor, Western University of Health, Sciences School of Medicine, Pomona, CA: March 1999-present

Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA: 2002 - present

Clinical Associate Professor, University of California, Irvine, CA: June 2007 - 2012

Clinical Associate Professor, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA:  2010 - present           

Clinical Faculty, Touro University, California & Nevada: July 2016 - present

Clinical Faculty, University of California, Davis, School of Nursing CA: July 2018 - 2020

Clinical Preceptor:

Preceptor, Dignity Health California Hospital, Los Angeles CA

Preceptor, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ

Preceptor, Chino Valley Medical Center, Chino, CA

Preceptor, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Boston, MA

Preceptor, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, Willowbrook, CA

Preceptor, Marshall B. Ketchum University, Fullerton, CA

Preceptor, Pacific University Oregon, Forest Grove, OR

Preceptor, Des Moines University, Des Moines, IW

Preceptor, A.T. Still University, Mesa, AZ

Preceptor, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA

Preceptor, University of California, Irvine Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing, Irvine, CA

HOSPITAL & OTHER PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS:

Staff, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, San Gabriel: February 1992-present

Active Staff, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA: April 1993-present

Courtesy Staff, Methodist Hospital of Southern California, Arcadia, CA: April 1992-2020

Courtesy Staff, Huntington Memorial, Pasadena, California: May 1992-2007

Credentials Committee, San Gabriel Medical Center, 1995-1998

MAJOR PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES:

American Academy of Dermatology

American Society of Dermatologic Surgery

Chairperson, Skin Cancer Detection Clinic, Michigan Dermatological Society: May 1986 and May 1988

LICENSE & BOARD CERTIFICATION:

Certified by American Board of Internal Medicine

Certified by American Board of Dermatology

HONORS & AWARDS:

Recipient of Dermatology Residents Teaching Award for Wayne State University

Affiliations:

Affiliations with PIH Health and Chino Valley Medical Center.